Patent No. EP3834689 (titled "Surface Cleaning Apparatus") was filed by Bissell on Oct 27, 2016. The application was issued on Jul 19, 2023.

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative |
|---|---|---|
| HAMPTON KNOWLES | Apr 19, 2024 | D YOUNG |
| VAX TECHTRONIC CORDLESS GP | Apr 18, 2024 | FORRESTERS |
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